Participants can learn about invasive plant biology, ecological impacts, identification, fundamental concepts of invasive plant management and related state and federal programs in classroom and field settings.
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MIFF names Tourmaline Prize winners
The prize, named for Maine’s state gem, awards $5,000 to the best Maine-made feature of the year and $2,500 to the best Maine-made short of the year.
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Spaces available for benefit in Skowhegan Oct. 12
Proceeds will benefit the Somerset Humane Society Animal Shelter in Skowhegan.
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United Way of Kennebec Valley raises over $23,500
The tournament, held on July 29 at the Augusta Country Club, saw participation from 30 teams and received sponsorship from 31 businesses.
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Art of rug hooking to be shared in Damariscotta Aug. 11
DAMARISCOTTA — Textile artist Kathie Hills plans to demonstrate and discuss the art and craft of hooking rugs from noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at the historic Chapman-Hall House at 270 Main St. The demonstration is free. Hills will demonstrate the craft and exhibit pieces she has created. She learned the craft from LaVerne Dickson […]
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Jefferson society plans open house Aug. 7
New residents are especially invited to view some of the many photos from Jefferson’s past; certainly long-time residents and visitors are always welcome.
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Firefighters convention planned in Waterville Sept. 13-15
The 60th Maine State Federation Firefighters Convention is set for Friday through Sunday, Sept. 13-15, at the Head of Falls on Front Street in Waterville. Convention hours are 4-11 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 8 a.m. to noon Sunday. The convention will kick off Friday with registration and a live concert […]
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Jailhouse Rock event set for Wiscasset Aug. 10
The Old Jail and Museum in Wiscasset is set to host a Jailhouse Rock event at 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at 133 Federal St. The all-ages event offers dancing, food, lawn games, and tours of the jail cells. There will be an evening of music by the jazz-rock-blues band Leopard Girls, led by musician/composer […]
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Kennebec Land Trust to host Celebration of Land Conservation
The Kennebec Land Trust is set to celebrate another successful year of advancing land conservation throughout the Kennebec River and Lakes Region. This year’s event will take place over three days, with opportunities to learn more about the organization’s recent conservation accomplishments, latest trail improvements, and upcoming projects, and to connect with KLT staff, board […]
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Jailhouse Rock event set for Aug. 10 at Wiscasset’s Old Jail
WISCASSET — Lincoln County Historical Association plans to host Jailhouse Rock! — an evening of music, dancing and family games on the grounds of the Old Jail at 133 Federal St. Events are set to begin at 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, when Leopard Girls, the mid-coast rock and blues band, strikes the first chords […]